The Zebra Device Command Override feature is new to the xi4, ZM, ZT, 105SLPlus and ZE500 series printers to allow the capability of filtering out commands such as Print Speed, Darkness and Top of Form. In most instances these statements can be filtered out in the driver by checking “Use printer settings”. But in some […]
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Zebra Printer Ribbon Wrinkling – Z-170xi Series and Z-220xi Series
We receive (and see) posts about Zebra printer ribbon wrinkling on Zebra Z-170xi series and Z-220xi series printers. While this problem is common on all thermal transfer printers, it is most prevalent on the wider web printers since there is more surface area of ribbon moving across the printhead. Many users get really frustrated with […]
Zebra 170xi4 ‘Paper Out’ and ‘Ribbon Out’ errors
Zebra 170xi4 doesn’t work after calibration. Zebra Technologies denies any significant change to their firmware regarding the calibration procedure for the Z-170xi4. But if you follow Thunderbird Technical Services’ video on xi4 series calibration you may find the printer will ‘flatline’ on the sensor profile after performing the calibration. Furthermore, the printer will elicit a ‘paper […]
‘Out of Ribbon’ Error on xi Series Zebra Printers
There are a few causes of a false out of ribbon error: Dirty or defective sensor Opague ribbon in use LED intensity too great Resolving the Out of Ribbon Error Check the ribbon sensor located on the left side just behind the printhead (printhead open). Assure the eyes are clean. Install the upper media guide […]
